'Lonavala' is a term that comes from the word €lonavali' in Sanskrit, which means many caves. Thus as the name says, this little town in Maharashtra has many caves about and around the city, like the Bedsa, Bhaja and Karla Caves. Lonavala in located on the Pune-Mumbai train line. It was once a sleepy, quaint hill station, which was known for its sumptuous chikki, a sweet made out of jaggery. Today it's a very popular weekend getaway, especially for the people in Maharashtra. Lonavala is lined with many souvenir shops and offers many places for pleasant walks as well is an ideal base for discovering places and hills nearby. To add to your delight, there are brilliant waterfalls here, which look even prettier during the time of the monsoons. This is a stunningly beautiful place and is surrounded all around by lovely valleys, milky waterfalls, hills, cool winds and lush greenery. Rajmachi Point, Tiger's Leap, Shivaji Udyaan and Ryewood Park, Lion's Point, Duke's Nose, Lonavala Lake, Lohagarh Fort, Bushy Dam etc. are some of the attractions around.

Trekking, hiking and horse riding can be thoroughly enjoyed. The town of Khandala lies just about 5 km away and both Lonavala and Khandala are spoken of, together generally. Chocolate fudge is another very popular thing that you can indulge in eating here, apart from the chikki. The time between April and June is the perfect time to take a visit here while winters, (November to February) are cool (November-February). Lonavala hotels will offer you the best of facilities and services, and are available for a decent price as well.

Dalhousie might be a small hill station nonetheless it's a very popular one. Located in the stunningly beautiful state of Himachal Pradesh, there's so much to see, explore and engage yourself into, that you will never get bored or out of options in this city. There are a many beautiful locales around Dalhousie, like Khajjir, which is also called the €little Switzerland' because of its fantastic picturesque plateau. Situated at a height of about 6,500 feet, this is an ideal holiday destination during summers. Kalatope, is another beautiful destination located around 8 km from the town of Dalhousie. Panchpulla is a majestic picnic spot while the Satdhara is famous for its clean and pure mineral water.

If you'd like to go even further, then Manimahesh Lake would be worth the visit and is approximately 112 km away. This place is a trek lover's paradise. Then the Chamera Lake, which is an artificial lake, is also famous with the tourists and is known for arranging various water sports such as motor boating, rowing, sailing, paddle boating, angling, kayaking and canoeing. For those of you who like to shop can purchase items such as woolens, jewellery, carpets and other various local handicrafts. Dalhousie hotels are clean, decent and value for money. Do book them well in advance if you are plannig to visit here during the holiday season.

Head out for a vacation and let Dalhousie and Lonavala enthrall you with their magic!